About Sankey Tank
Sankey Tank is a historic man-made lake spread over about 37 acres in northwestern Bengaluru, Karnataka, between Malleshwaram, Vyalikaval and Sadashivanagar. Constructed in 1882 by Colonel Richard Hieram Sankey to address the city's water shortage, it is now maintained by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike. The lake features a well-maintained park, walking track and rich birdlife, serving as a popular urban recreational and ecological space.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a calm urban lake surrounded by a landscaped park with a paved walking and jogging track of about 1.5 km around the water. The setting includes tree-lined pathways, benches, a children's play area, and views of the water with islands and abundant birdlife including herons, cormorants and kingfishers. The area is used for morning and evening walks, photography and nature observation in a relatively quiet, green environment within the city.
Key highlights
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Historic 1882 artificial lake built by Col. Richard Hieram Sankey
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Scenic 37-acre urban lake with tree-lined walking track
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Rich birdwatching opportunities with resident and migratory birds
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Well-maintained park with children's play area and seating
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Peaceful green escape in central Malleshwaram-Sadashivanagar area
History of Sankey Tank
Constructed in 1882 by Colonel Richard Hieram Sankey of the Madras Sappers Regiment, then Chief Engineer of Mysore State, to meet the drinking water needs of Bengaluru. Built at a cost of about Rs. 575,000, it was linked to Miller's Tank and Dharmambudhi Tank and served as a major water source for the city. Now maintained by Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) as a recreational lake and park.
Culture & Context
Serves as an important urban recreational and ecological space for residents of Malleshwaram and Sadashivanagar, used daily for walks, exercise and community leisure, and valued for its green cover and bird habitat within the city.
Route
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